Author: NBTC
NBTC is the editorial account for NBTC News, covering Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, blockchain infrastructure, exchanges, mining, regulation and digital asset markets. The editorial team focuses on clear sourcing, timely updates and practical context for crypto readers.
Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information provided is for general purposes only. No information, materials, services and other content provided on this page constitute a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or any financial, investment, or other advice. Seek independent professional consultation in the form of legal, financial, and fiscal advice before making any investment decision. Ethereum is down -3.09% today against the US Dollar Ethereum is currently trading 10.45% below our prediction on May 27, 2026 Ethereum dropped -13.54% in the last month and is down -21.90% since 1 year ago $ETH price is expected to rise by 11.31% in…
A whale trader who recently closed profitable long positions on $HYPE, $ZEC, and $ETH has opened a substantial short position against Bitcoin. According to on-chain data from Onchain Lens, the anonymous trader, identified by the handle Evaded (@ICanPlug), established a short worth $74.51 million, equivalent to approximately 990 BTC. The position is currently showing an unrealized profit of roughly $1 million. Background of the Trader’s Recent Moves Before initiating the Bitcoin short, Evaded closed out long positions in $HYPE, $ZEC, and $ETH. These trades netted the whale a realized profit of $4.56 million. The decision to pivot from long positions…
Since bouncing back from a $38 slip, Hyperliquid has been on an explosive uptick, reaching a new all-time high of $62. As of this writing, Hyperliquid traded at $57, up 23% on weekly charts, reflecting strong upward momentum. With the altcoin’s record-breaking rally, whale activity has surged on both the sell and buy sides. Hyperliquid whale moves $36 million in $HYPE With Hyperliquid [$HYPE] showing strong upside, some whales have jumped on the Spot market and cashed out. According to Lookonchain, Loracle.hl deposited 616,675 $HYPE, worth $36.76 million, into Hyperliquid and has already sold 563,3k $HYPE. So far, the wallet…
Celsius criminal cases officially closed on Thursday After the sentencing of Celsius’ former chief revenue officer Roni Cohen-Pavon to time served in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York last week, the legal proceedings in the case were officially concluded. As of Thursday, the SDNY docket showed the criminal cases against Cohen-Pavon and former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky were closed. The end of criminal cases involving the crypto lending company’s 2022 collapse was a milestone for many users who lost a combined $5 billion. Mashinsky pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 12 years in prison for…
Tanya Denisova, chief operating officer of Robinhood Crypto, is leaving the firm, according to two people with knowledge of the matter. Denisova had been employed by the popular trading platform for over five years, according to her LinkedIn profile. Neither Robinhood nor Denisova responded to requests for comments. The departure comes amid Robinhood missing its first-quarter earnings and revenue estimates, mainly due to weaker crypto trading activities. Crypto-related revenue, one of Robinhood’s biggest sources of transaction income, fell 47% year over year to $134 million, down from $252 million. The drop comes as the company works to reduce its reliance…
JPMorgan’s blockchain-based tokenization platform, Kinexys, has crossed a significant milestone, surpassing $1.5 trillion in cumulative transaction volume since its commercial launch in 2020. The platform now processes more than $2 billion in transactions on a daily basis, underscoring the growing institutional adoption of distributed ledger technology for mainstream financial operations. A Steady Rise in Institutional Blockchain Adoption Kinexys, originally developed within JPMorgan’s blockchain division, was designed to facilitate the tokenization of real-world assets and streamline cross-border payments. The platform allows institutional clients to digitize assets such as cash, bonds, and other financial instruments, enabling near-instant settlement and improved transparency. The…
Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss has strengthened the case for Bitcoin by pointing to the rapidly rising U.S. national debt as a major reason for investors to consider the digital asset. Key Points Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss stated there are now 39 trillion reasons to buy Bitcoin. The United States national debt has exceeded $39 trillion and now stands at $39.22 trillion. Cameron has repeatedly encouraged investors to buy Bitcoin during major market pullbacks or rising economic uncertainties. Jim Cramer also encouraged Americans last year to consider buying cryptocurrencies as U.S. debt increased to $37.63 trillion. Cameron Highlights 39 Trillion Reasons…
Bitcoin DeFi platforms on Rootstock simplify staking, rBTC rewards, and DeFi access for mainstream users. Bitcoin DeFi is no longer reserved for technical experts. Platforms built on Rootstock make it simple to stake $RIF, earn rBTC rewards, and participate in decentralized finance backed by Bitcoin’s consensus security, no specialized knowledge required. Why Bitcoin DeFi has been so hard Less than 1% of all $BTC is deployed in decentralized finance, despite Bitcoin being the most widely held cryptocurrency. The reason is friction: specialized wallets, multi-chain bridging, unfamiliar gas tokens, and confusing interfaces. A BTCFi survey reported that 36% of respondents avoid…
Ethereum whales returned to the spotlight after two fresh wallet addresses withdrew nearly $126 million worth of $ETH. The massive transfers came from Kraken and Bitgo early this morning. Blockchain trackers quickly noticed the unusual movement pattern. Traders now believe the wallets may connect to institutional accumulation. The crypto market reacted instantly after the transfers surfaced online. Many traders compared the transactions with previous buying patterns linked to Bitmine. That similarity triggered fresh speculation across the industry. Some users now wonder if Tom Lee could stand behind the purchases. The latest discussion around the tom lee ethereum price prediction gained…
The European Central Bank (ECB) has pushed back against proposals to loosen rules for euro-denominated stablecoins. It is intensifying a growing debate over Europe’s role in the future of digital finance. During an EU finance ministers meeting in Nicosia on May 22, ECB President Christine Lagarde and other central bankers reportedly opposed plans. ECB Pushes Back on Looser Euro Stablecoin Rules, Citing Banking RisksAccording to Reuters, the European Central Bank pushed back against proposals to ease rules for euro stablecoins, warning that broader issuance could reduce bank lending and make interest-rate control harder.… pic.twitter.com/zor5KSGzaE — Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) May 23,…